Corrections Captain

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 07/11/2026
• Closing Date: 07/20/2026
• Hiring Agency: Department of Corrections
• Division/Unit: Minnesota Correctional Facility (MCF) - Shakopee
• Days of Work: Rotating
• Days Off: Varies
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $41.80 - $58.91 / hourly; $87,278 - $123,004 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Executive
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well‑being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. This position exists to assure security is maintained by supervising, planning, directing, coordinating, implementing and evaluating the facility security at MCF‑Shakopee and Security Division personnel in a manner that will maximize the attainment of institution and department goals and working directly with incarcerated individuals to ensure they are treated in a humane and dignified manner while maintaining the seamless security of the facility.

• Maintain a working knowledge of gender‑specific correctional practices and initiatives as it relates to the female incarcerated population.
• Oversee and coordinate security operations, including Watch Office, site security, CIP security, Master Control, Transportation, and Detail/New Staff/Security Training.
• Lead and manage security teams such as Squad, SORT/SOG/MO/CNT, inside/outside grounds security, and ICs.
• Coordinate with other departments on Security Liaison duties, Security Audit Coordination, Emergency Manual, Security Shake‑downs, Armory and Chemical Munitions, Officer Staffing, Weapon Control, camera plans, and 800 MHz radio communications.
• Participate in perimeter security planning and facility expansion projects.

• Two (2) years or more supervisory experience in a corrections security program/unit (e.g., living unit, program unit, squad, utility).
• Experience conducting investigations and writing investigation reports.

• Completion of a two‑year degree or higher program.
• Experience with continuous improvement methods (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma).
• Experience in committee and/or project leadership/management.
• Knowledge of fiscal management principles and procedures for budget development and administration.
• Training or experience in evidence‑based practices such as cognitive/behavioral programming and motivational interviewing.

The completion of pre‑placement physical components may be required, such as tuberculosis screening, commercial driver’s license (CDL), drug test, and/or respirator clearance. The selected finalist may also be required to review and sign a Physical Demands Analysis (PDA). For a copy of the PDA, email Teresa Moen n.us.

Applicants may be screened for criminal history, predatory offender registration, offender associations, and other background information in accordance with Department of Corrections policy. Top candidates must pass a criminal history check, including completion of all sentencing and restitution requirements, and pass sexual harassment incident checks. New employees will be fingerprinted within the first 30 days of employment. The Department of Corrections does not participate in E‑Verify and does not sponsor work visas.

As an employee, you have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota and other benefits to support your well‑being.

• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• 12 paid holidays each year.
• Low‑cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans.
• Fertility care, including IVF.
• Diabetes care.
• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children.
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children.
• Pension plan providing income after retirement (after at least three years of service).
• Employer‑paid life insurance.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance.
• Tax‑free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care.
• Resources that provide support and…